Baz Luhrmann
Baz Luhrmann is an author whose BroadwayWorld credits include Strictly Ballroom and La Bohéme. Awards include Drama Desk Awards for La Boheme (2002).
Date of Birth: September 17, 1962 (63)
Birth Place: New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
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Movies
Winter of Our Dreams
[ 1981 ] Pete
[ 1981 ] Pete
The Dark Room
[ 1982 ] First Student
[ 1982 ] First Student
The Highest Honor
[ 1982 ] Able Seaman A.W. Huston
[ 1982 ] Able Seaman A.W. Huston
Strictly Ballroom
[ 1992 ]
[ 1992 ]
Romeo + Juliet
[ 1996 ]
[ 1996 ]
Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen
[ 1999 ]
[ 1999 ]
Moulin Rouge!
[ 2001 ]
[ 2001 ]
The Dream Studio
[ 2004 ]
[ 2004 ]
Duck, Duck, Goose!
[ 2005 ]
[ 2005 ]
Australia
[ 2008 ]
[ 2008 ]
The Great Gatsby
[ 2013 ]
[ 2013 ]
Elvis
[ 2022 ] Director, Producer, Writer
[ 2022 ] Director, Producer, Writer
TV Shows
A Country Practice
[ 1981-1982 ] Jerry Percival
[ 1981-1982 ] Jerry Percival
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Bohme
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Direction of a Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Bohème
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Boheme
Videos
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Drops Trailer For Japan 2027 Return
by Michael Major - 2026-08-03 12:23:16
Video: Kelsie Watts Performs 'Firework' in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-05-07 10:30:20
Video: Watch Bob The Drag Queen's Last Curtain Call in MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-22 20:24:56
Video: Watch THE GREAT GATSBY Perform Halftime Show at Knicks Game
by Michael Major - 2026-01-29 13:13:14
Video: Watch the Trailer for Baz Luhrmann's EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-13 12:19:34
Video/Photos: First Look at Baz Luhrmann's EPIC Elvis Presley Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-09 12:17:04
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Will Lead CHESS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-05-28 09:00:40
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODAY
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-05-01 16:54:39
Video: Watch the West End's THE GREAT GATSBY Stars Sing 'My Green Light'
by Michael Major - 2025-02-21 12:37:48
Video: Solea Pfeiffer Performs 'Firework' From MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-18 15:13:31
News
THE CABARET FILES to Return in Encore at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Lorna Dallas, a 2020 Bistro Award recipient, will present an encore performance of her cabaret show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Lorna Dallas, a 2020 Bistro Award recipient, will present an encore performance of her cabaret show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City.
Video: Former Christians and Satines Sing 'Come What May' at MOULIN ROUGE! Closing Night
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Following the final performance of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, several former actors who played the roles of Christian and Satine took the stage to perform 'Come What May.' Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Following the final performance of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, several former actors who played the roles of Christian and Satine took the stage to perform 'Come What May.' Watch the video here!
Cherry Bomb Releases New Single MYRIAD REFLECTOR Ahead of Solo Festival Debut
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Mandy Lee's solo project Cherry Bomb has released the dance-pop single "Myriad Reflector," paired with a music video shot in New York City and directed by Matty Vogel.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Mandy Lee's solo project Cherry Bomb has released the dance-pop single "Myriad Reflector," paired with a music video shot in New York City and directed by Matty Vogel.
Therese Lee Will Bring PENNIES FROM HEAVEN to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Therese Lee will return to New York for an encore performance of PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, blending Bing Crosby's music with personal stories.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Therese Lee will return to New York for an encore performance of PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, blending Bing Crosby's music with personal stories.
MOULIN ROUGE! Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which concludes its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to Paddington, which begins performances on March 30, 2027.
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which concludes its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to Paddington, which begins performances on March 30, 2027.
Ben Hall and Tim Omaji Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Ben Hall will play The Duke of Monroth and Tim Omaji will reprise his role as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec as MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL returns to Sydney with a newly announced cast.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Ben Hall will play The Duke of Monroth and Tim Omaji will reprise his role as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec as MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL returns to Sydney with a newly announced cast.
LION Original Series Soundtrack With Hans Zimmer Score Out Now
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
James Doherty, Daniel Fraser, and More Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new West End casting as the hit show celebrate 5 years at the Piccadilly Theatre in London this autumn. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new West End casting as the hit show celebrate 5 years at the Piccadilly Theatre in London this autumn. Learn more here.
Photos: Aaron Tveit and Kelsie Watts in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
THE FARTISTE 20th Anniversary Concerts to Take Place at the Laurie Beechman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
THE GREAT GATSBY to Play Memphis This December; Tickets on Sale This Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Louis Train - Aug 7, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY is most definitely not your high school lit class. At the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, the music is loud, the dancing is hot, and the passions are hotter.
by Louis Train - Aug 7, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY is most definitely not your high school lit class. At the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, the music is loud, the dancing is hot, and the passions are hotter.
Ben Davis to Replace Geno Segers as 'Hades' in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Broadway veteran Ben Davis will join the cast of Hadestown on Broadway. He replaces the previously revealed Geno Segers, and joins Jasmin Saavoy Brown, Norbert Leo Butz, Amber Iman and Kayko in the cast.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Broadway veteran Ben Davis will join the cast of Hadestown on Broadway. He replaces the previously revealed Geno Segers, and joins Jasmin Saavoy Brown, Norbert Leo Butz, Amber Iman and Kayko in the cast.
THE GREAT GATSBY Tour to Play PPAC This November
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY at the Providence Performing Arts Center are set to go on sale in early August, ahead of an eight-performance run.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY at the Providence Performing Arts Center are set to go on sale in early August, ahead of an eight-performance run.
EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT to Arrive on Global Home Entertainment
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026
NEON and Universal Pictures International announced a global home entertainment release for Baz Luhrmann's EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT, bringing the concert film to audiences beyond theaters.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026
NEON and Universal Pictures International announced a global home entertainment release for Baz Luhrmann's EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT, bringing the concert film to audiences beyond theaters.
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Drops Trailer For Japan 2027 Return
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL announced plans for a new Japan production in summer 2027, moving from the Imperial Theater to the Ariake venue in Tokyo. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL announced plans for a new Japan production in summer 2027, moving from the Imperial Theater to the Ariake venue in Tokyo. Watch the video!
Cast Set For BLOODSPORT at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Ava Pickett's BLOODSPORT, set to run at Stratford East this autumn. Learn more about the show and the cast for the production here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Ava Pickett's BLOODSPORT, set to run at Stratford East this autumn. Learn more about the show and the cast for the production here.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Marks 7 Years on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is celebrating seven years on Broadway with a new video from the production, which is set to end its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on August 30, 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is celebrating seven years on Broadway with a new video from the production, which is set to end its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on August 30, 2026.
FSCJ Artist Series to Host 2026/27 Season Kick Off Event in Jacksonville
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville announced a Season Kick Off event featuring food trucks, prizes, and a live performance by a Broadway cast member from an upcoming show.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville announced a Season Kick Off event featuring food trucks, prizes, and a live performance by a Broadway cast member from an upcoming show.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! at Broadway At The Hobby Center
by Jonathan Netek - Jul 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed into a musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and, above all, Love.
by Jonathan Netek - Jul 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed into a musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and, above all, Love.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Baz Luhrmann written?
Baz Luhrmann has written 1 shows including Moulin Rouge! (Author).
What awards has Baz Luhrmann been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Bohme , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Bohème and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Boheme.
What awards has Baz Luhrmann won?
Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Bohème.
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